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MILLATI: Journal of Islamic Studies and Humanities
ISSN : 25413627     EISSN : 25409964     DOI : https://doi.org/10.18326/millati
MILLATI is a journal of Islamic studies and humanities published by Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Salatiga. Millati invites researchers, academics and parties concerned in the field of Islamic Studies and Humanities to contribute in the scientific publications. Millati invites manuscripts in the various topics include, but not limited to, Islamic Studies, Islamic Thought, Qur'an and Hadith interpretation, philosophy, and Islamic History and Civilization with philosophical perspectives, Mysticism, History, Art, Theology, Humanities and many more.
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The Epistemology of Knowledge in Classical Sufism; A Study of Al-Muḥāsibī’s Thought (781 AD- 857 AD) Miftahul Ula
Millati: Journal of Islamic Studies and Humanities Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): MILLATI
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/millati.v10i1.3185

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Al-Washaya, Risalah al-Mustarsyidin and the book al-'Aql wa Fahmu al-Qur'an. The research data were analyzed by content analysis and hermeneutic philosophy analysis. The results showed that the source of knowledge of Sufism according to al-Muhasibi is revelation materialized in the Qur'an and hadith and reason. Reason serves for confirmation (tatsabut) for various problems. Reason is an indicator of one's devotion which is obtained after performing the typical stages of a Sufi, namely by purifying the heart from various diseases and impurities and carrying out obedience to God and doing good to other creatures. It was this that led al-Muhasibi to believe that it was the knowledge of Sufism that had the most convincing validity.
The Ḥadīth of the Seven Earth Layers: A Scientific and Validity-Based Reappraisal Muhammad Anshori; Abdul Haris
Millati: Journal of Islamic Studies and Humanities Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): MILLATI
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/millati.v10i1.3272

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This study examines the hadith concerning the seven layers of the earth through a scientific lens. Its primary objective is to rigorously evaluate the hadith’s validity, encompassing both its chain of transmission (sanad) and textual content (matn). Employing a descriptive-analytical methodology with a critical hadith approach, this research addresses a salient aspect of contemporary hadith scholarship: the verification of prophetic traditions through modern scientific discoveries. The analysis assesses the reliability of the sanad, scrutinizes the matn, and investigates its congruence with current scientific knowledge. Findings indicate that the hadith attains a high degree of authenticity based on narrator verification and textual analysis. Scientifically, the concept of seven terrestrial layers referenced in the hadith demonstrates significant alignment with geological stratification models, ranging from the crust to the inner core. Consequently, this tradition is not only authenticated within the framework of hadith sciences but also proves consistent with modern scientific understanding, revealing embedded scientific insights empirically verified in the contemporary era.
The Relationship Between Religiosity and Preference for Leaders with Integrity: A Perspective on Religious Dimensions and Political Ethics Luluk Mashluchah; Nuzulul Ulum; Ahmad Halid; Machfudz
Millati: Journal of Islamic Studies and Humanities Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): MILLATI
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/millati.v10i1.3818

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This study aims to analyze the relationship between religiosity and the preference for leaders with integrity, as well as examine the role of political ethics as a moderator in this relationship. Using a quantitative approach with a descriptive and correlational design, this research involved 185 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a Likert-scale-based questionnaire and analyzed using Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA). The findings indicate that religiosity has a positive relationship with the preference for leaders with integrity; however, this relationship is strengthened by an individual's level of political ethics. Individuals with high political ethics are more consistent in selecting leaders based on integrity, whereas those with low political ethics are more influenced by external factors such as political affiliation, social pressure, and economic conditions. Additionally, this study identifies that party loyalty, socioeconomic background, media influence, and social norms can either strengthen or weaken the relationship between religiosity and integrity-based leadership preferences. These findings reaffirm that religiosity is not the sole determining factor in voter decision-making; rather, it must be understood within the context of political ethics and other external influences. The implications of this research highlight the necessity of political education based on ethical values and integrity to cultivate more critical and rational voters in selecting leaders with integrity.
Living the Qur’an: Exploring Dalā’il Al-Khairāt in Indonesia as a Bridge Between Devotional Tradition and Emotional Experience Muhammad Yusuf Pratama; M. Sihabudin; Mokh. Sya’roni; Saepudin
Millati: Journal of Islamic Studies and Humanities Vol. 9 No. 2 (2024): MILLATI
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/millati.v9i2.3944

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This research addresses the surprising phenomenon that Dalā’il al-Khairāt—a tradition of reciting ṣalawat in Indonesia—is not only a worship ritual but also a significant psychological and social coping mechanism. However, integrating Living Qur’an studies with emotional well-being analysis is rarely explored. The research aims to fill this gap by examining the role of this tradition in building individual and community emotional resilience. The research was conducted in a Javanese pesantren and an Acehnese community using qualitative (in-depth interviews, observations) and quantitative (emotional satisfaction survey) mixed methods. Results showed that 70% of participants experienced increased calmness, optimism, and inner peace, with a strong correlation between the duration of practice and emotional stability (100% of Santri practicing for more than 1 year reported positive impacts). This study contributes to the development of Living Qur’an by linking sacred texts, ritual practices, and mental health. It provides interdisciplinary empirical evidence on the role of spirituality in stress management and social cohesion, particularly in Indonesia’s multicultural society.
A Critique of Cancel Culture from a Hadith Perspective: A Study of Islamic Social Ethics in the Digital Era Muhammad Genta Saputra; Ahmad Khoirul Fata; Abdullah Albaar; Abdullah Hosseinieskandian
Millati: Journal of Islamic Studies and Humanities Vol. 11 No. 1 (2026): MILLATI
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/millati.v11i1.4028

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The phenomenon of cancel culture reflects a disruption of social control mechanisms, shifting from a deliberative process of clarification to instantaneous mass judgement that often disregards the principles of procedural justice and moral proportionality. This study responds to the dominance of sociological analyses by filling the gap in normative Islamic ethical perspectives for examining this phenomenon more comprehensively. Using a qualitative approach through non-participatory observation of the Ahmad Sahroni case and library research on Sunan Abī Dāwūd, this study compares the dynamics of digital interaction with prophetic values that constitute the foundations of Islamic social ethics. The findings indicate that the reactive nature of cancel culture contradicts the Islamic principle of gradualism; conversely, the Hadith tradition offers tabayyun (verification), satr al-ʿuyūb (concealing faults), and iṣlāḥ (reconciliation) as constructive ethical antitheses. The study concludes with the urgency of shifting from a punitive culture to a culture of ethical improvement to cultivate a more civilized, inclusive, and restorative digital public sphere.
Dialectics of Text and Reality: Interpretation of the Verses of the Qur’an on Husband and Wife Relations from the Perspective of NU and Muhammadiyah theologians in the Cities of Salatiga and Surakarta Mubasirun; Muhammad Irfan Helmy; Imam Sutomo
Millati: Journal of Islamic Studies and Humanities Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): MILLATI
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/millati.v10i1.4071

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The fact that in society there are married women who work and have careers outside the home, raises debates in the interpretation of verses related to husband-wife relations. The purpose of this research is to reveal how NU and Muhammadiyah theologians interpret verses about husband-wife relations and the factors that influence these interpretations. The approach used in this research is a normative-sociological approach to highlight the views and ideas of NU and Muhammadiyah theologians about husband-wife relations. The use of a normative approach is to examine husband-wife relations in the verses of the Qur’an about husband-wife relations. Meanwhile, the sociological approach is used to see the views of theologians from Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) and Muhammadiyah circles about husband-wife relations as an interpretation of the verses of the Qur’an about husband-wife relations. For the purposes of analysis, the theory of Sociology of interpretation is used which refers to the view of Peter L Berger who states that the reality and knowledge that a person obtains are not given for free but are a dialect process between that person and the social reality that surrounds him which is then constructed into a text (interpretation). The research found that the interpretation of the NU and Muhammadiyah theologians of Salatiga and Surakarta regarding the shurah an-Nisa’[4];34 and al-Ahzab [33];33 did not have a problem with wives working and having careers outside the home as long as they obtained permission from their husbands.
Polygamy in the Qur’an: A Thematic and Contextual Interpretation Based on Asbab al-Nuzul Saidah Fiddaroin
Millati: Journal of Islamic Studies and Humanities Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): MILLATI
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/millati.v10i2.4192

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The study of Qur’anic verses related to polygamy has long attracted scholarly attention because polygamy is not only mentioned in religious texts but is also practiced in real life. The debate surrounding the interpretation of these verses continues, as both proponents and opponents of polygamy present their own arguments and justifications. These differing views stem from the absence of a definitive text that explicitly prohibits polygamy. The Qur’an does not present polygamy as a command or obligation. Therefore, it is important to explore these verses more deeply through the approach of asbāb al-nuzūl (the circumstances of revelation) to understand the historical context in which they were revealed. This study aims to examine Qur’anic verses on polygamy through their asbāb al-nuzūl to analyze the arguments of both proponents and opponents and to assess their relevance to contemporary life. Using a qualitative method and a literature-based approach, the author provides a descriptive analysis of verses related to polygamy. The study concludes that the Qur’an does not explicitly forbid polygamy; however, the motivations for entering polygamous marriages and their consequences must be carefully considered, just as the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) did in his own practice.
Hermeneutics of Religious Freedom in Modern and Contemporary Interpretation: A Comparative Analysis between Tafsir al-Manar and Fazlur Rahman Prisilia Maya Safa; Moh. Nor Ichwan; Auwal Salisu
Millati: Journal of Islamic Studies and Humanities Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): MILLATI
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/millati.v10i1.4194

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In response to the global challenges of rising intolerance and the politicization of religion, this study explores the hermeneutics of religious freedom in Islam through a comparative analysis of Tafsir al-Manar and Fazlur Rahman’s double movement methodology. Employing a qualitative comparative design grounded in philosophical hermeneutics, the research analyzes primary texts of Tafsir al-Manar and Rahman’s key works, supported by recent secondary literature. The findings indicate that al-Manar adopts a rational-contextualist approach that prioritizes communal protection against colonial-era religious coercion, whereas Rahman articulates universal ethical principles centered on freedom of conscience, resonating with contemporary human rights discourse. This study proposes an integrative hermeneutical model that synthesizes historical consciousness with universal ethics, enabling QS. Al-Baqarah (2:256) is to be interpreted both as a safeguard against forced conversion and as a timeless affirmation of religious freedom. The proposed model offers practical implications for policy development, particularly in the areas of religious freedom advocacy, interfaith dialogue, and inclusive Islamic educational curricula. This research contributes to Qur'anic hermeneutics by bridging traditional exegesis and modern ethical concerns, offering a framework that is both contextually grounded and normatively responsive to pluralistic Muslim societies.
Hermeneutics of Peace: Local Religious Elites and the Promotion of Interfaith Harmony in Central Java Moh Muhtador; Irzum Farihah; Fathul Mufid
Millati: Journal of Islamic Studies and Humanities Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): MILLATI
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/millati.v10i1.4228

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Local religious elites play a strategic role in constructing interfaith peace in their respective regions, but their existence has not yet received serious attention from scholars for study and introduction. This article aims to reveal two important things: the involvement of local religious elites and the meaning of peace as they believe it to be. This paper uses a qualitative method with field studies covering Pati, Kudus, and Blora as the locus of study, using hermeneutics to analyze the role and meaning of peace within local religious elites. The findings of this article indicate that interfaith harmony is primarily constructed within formal religious spaces and informal social settings through various arenas. The Quran and hadith are foundational texts believed to contain messages of eternal peace. This study contributes to understanding patterns in contemporary Islamic studies related to interfaith issues.
The Bureaucratization of Zakāt and the Illusion of Justice: Symbolic Politics in Indonesia Malik Abd. Karim Amirullah; Kamaluddin; La Abdul Zayl; Slamet Haryono
Millati: Journal of Islamic Studies and Humanities Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): MILLATI
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/millati.v10i2.4511

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This article presents a critical interrogation of the transformation of zakāt in Indonesia, examining the shift in its function from a theological ethical imperative to an administrative instrument laden with symbolism. By analyzing the legal framework, public campaigns, BAZNAS reports, and enriched by in-depth interviews, the study reveals that the current practice of zakāt fails to ensure substantive justice. Instead, the process gives rise to a performative narrative that showcases success as a strategy for institutional moral legitimation. Drawing a theoretical lens from Timur Kuran and John Rawls, the research argues that the selection of mustahīk is distorted; recipients are chosen based on their readiness to participate in visual logic, rather than on the depth of their need. Zakāt now operates as a field of representation, determining who is constructed as "empowered" and who is silenced. These findings call for the institutionalization of the 'theology of discomfort', where performance indicators must prioritize inclusion over spectacle, and zakāt institutions must recognize unquantifiable vulnerabilities (such as trauma and social exclusion). The article concludes with a call for the reclaiming of the radical ethic of zakāt, focusing on the mustahīk who are unheard and unaccounted for in the dominant narrative of success.